Sample Curriculum
Boyfriend School is a structured personal development program focused on self-improvement, emotional growth, interpersonal relationships, and social skills. Through guided readings, presentations, and group discussions, participants will work toward becoming healthier, more self-aware, and more effective partners.
100: Orientation
Social Hour: 11AM
Orientation: 12PM-1PM
Meet and greet the instructors and your classmates. Get to know what the school is all about.
101: Communication
Duration: 5 Weeks, 3-hour sessions
Primary Text: Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life by Marshall Rosenberg
This course introduces the principles of Nonviolent Communication (NVC), focusing on compassionate honesty, empathetic listening, emotional awareness, and collaborative conflict resolution. Participants will learn to express their feelings and needs without blame, receive others with empathy, and transform difficult conversations into opportunities for connection and mutual understanding.
Week 1: Course Kickoff
- Introductions. Get to know each other and set the tone for the course.
- Reading Discussion: Chapters 1–3
- Group Discussion
Week 2: Identifying and Expressing Feelings
- Reading Discussion: Chapters 4-5
- Presentation: Useful vs. Useless Attitudes for Meeting People
- Group Discussion
Week 3: Owning Feelings and Requesting From Others
- Reading Discussion: Chapters 6-7
- Presentation: Insecurity Audit
- Group Discussion
Week 4: Expressing Anger
- Reading Discussion: Chapter 10
- Presentation: Apologies
- Group Discussion
Week 5: Working Through Conflict
- Reading Discussion: Chapter 11
- Presentation: Recognizing Defensive Communication Habits and Emotional Triggers
- Group Discussion
110: Attachment
Duration: 5 Weeks, 3-hour sessions
Primary Text: Attached by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller
This course explores emotional intelligence, relationship patterns, self-awareness, and healthy perspectives on dating and partnership.
Week 1: Reframing Relationships
- Reading Discussion: Chapters 1–4
- Presentation: Moving Beyond Resentment Toward the Opposite Gender
- Group Discussion
Week 2: Learning from Past Relationships
- Reading Discussion: Chapters 5–8
- Presentation: Understanding Relationship History and Patterns
- Group Discussion
Week 3: Defining Your Needs and Goals
- Reading Discussion: Chapters 9–11
- Presentation: Discovering What You Want in a Partner and Relationship
- Group Discussion
Week 4: Understanding Your Partner
- Reading Discussion: Chapters 12–14
- Presentation: Communication, Empathy, and Emotional Awareness
- Group Discussion
Week 5: Growth & Emotional Maturity
- Reading Discussion: Chapters 15–18
- Presentation: Fear of Being Labeled a Creep
- Group Discussion
115: Social Skills & Conversation
Duration: 5 Weeks, 3-hour sessions
Primary Text: (Title TBD)
This course focuses on communication skills, dating dynamics, confidence, boundaries, and maintaining healthy long-term relationships.
Week 1: The Art of Conversation
- Reading Discussion: Chapters 1–4
- Presentation: Setting Intentions to Connect
- Group Discussion
Week 2: Modern Dating Strategies
- Reading Discussion: Chapters 5–8
- Presentation: Dating App Dos and Don’ts
- Group Discussion
Week 3: First Impressions & First Dates
- Reading Discussion: Chapters 9–11
- Presentation: Navigating First Dates Successfully
- Group Discussion
Week 4: Confidence & Self-Worth
- Reading Discussion: Chapters 12–14
- Presentation: Knowing Your Value and Setting Standards
- Group Discussion
Week 5: Maintaining Healthy Relationships
- Reading Discussion: Chapters 15–18
- Presentation: Communication, Conflict Resolution, and Long-Term Partnership
- Group Discussion
Curriculum Overview
